The Guinness World Records Gamer's Edition is now in its fifth edition. The ultimate guide to videogames, Gamer's 2012 is completely updated with amazing new records and the very best images from this year's top titles. There are also exciting news stories and fascinating nuggets of trivia detailing recent and upcoming developments in the world of gaming, along with Top 10 charts ranking the most impressive scores and achievements. Discover a dazzling array of essential facts and figures about record-breaking videogames and the highest-scoring players, along with fascinating quotes from the leading figures in the industry. There's also an entertaining taglines quiz that will test just how much you know about the games' stories and characters.

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There are books out there that are "nice" to have and then those that are a "must" have...this is one of those I "must" have. It is full of information pertaining to games that range form scores to statistics, pertaining to games themselves. If you have any interest in video games you have to own this. In addition to consoles, retro, and arcade, they even include sections of the most popular games found on iPhones, Android, etc. I purchased this book for my Middle School classroom for reading periods and there's always a group of kids happily going through it. Additionally, the pages are adorned with popular illustrations of video game characters and scenes from games that captivates even those who don't like to read. I previously purchased the 2010 edition and have no regrets buying this one. It's a great value for the plethora of neat things offered inside its cover!

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful

Not for "actual" records........Jan. 24 2012

By
ahoffoss
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Format: Paperback
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I was really excited about getting this book and once I opened it, I quickly discovered that this was NOT what I was hoping it would be! If you're looking for "records" such as "Best-selling LIPS track" or "First Xbox 360 Movie Karaoke Game" then you're in LUCK! And yes,...those ARE, in fact, actual records included in this book. You can find records of best scores and such, but they are included at the very end and are hardly even recognized. All in all, I should've sent the book back, but maybe my 9 year old nephew will like it?!

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful

lazy, blatant marketingFeb. 10 2012

By
ZD
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Format: Paperback

What can I say, picked this up at a garage sale. Upon opening the book it was very clear why it was there. It is a very lazy effort, with mostly records such as "Best Selling __________" or "First ___________".

Some of the lists provided are things that are subjective and are strangely places in a record book. Most of these lists also seem to lean toward the promotion of current games. If you are looking for something meaningful to an actual gamer stay away, if you are looking for an advertizement in book form then this is right up your alley.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

Amazing in Every WayMarch 13 2013

By
ThePancake
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Format: Paperback

This book is the ultimate record book for all things gaming. With the many records, the awesome scoreboards by Twin Galaxies, and the overall awesome creation, this book is the one to get.

Though it may be 2012's Edition, it still holds records that may not have been shown in 2013's.

I recommend this book to gamers who want a challenge.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful

A Fun ReadFeb. 18 2012

By
Edgard A. Hernandez Perez
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Loved reading about new records being broken in the gaming world. Very recommended for hardcore fans. I enjoyed the 2011 edition a little bit more, but this is still great.

Excellent book for an eager book eater...Sept. 30 2012

By
Mariel Barranco Zambrano
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Format: Hardcover
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My daughther wanted this after seeing one locally. She does not stop coming to me to show me the amazing world record info in this book. Interesting info... you can go ahead and buy it with no doubt. You will enjoy...